1. Dave: So, Stella, do you have any vacation plans?
Stella: Well, I am going to paint my apartment. The walls are a really ugly color. What about you? Are you going to do anything special?
Dave: I am going to rent a car and take a long drive.
Stella: Where are you going to?
Dave: I'm not sure. I'll probably visit my sister Joanne. I haven't seen her in a long time.
Stella: That sounds nice. I always like to visit my family.
Dave: Yes, and maybe I will go to the mountains for a few days. I haven't been hiking in months. How about you? Are you going to do anything else on your vacation?
Stella: I will probably catch up on my studying. I have a lot of work to do before school starts.
Dave: That doesn't sound like much fun.
Stella: Oh, I am planning to have some fun. I am going to relax on the beach. I love swim.
1. Dave: So, Stella, do you have any vacation plans?
Stella: Well, I am going to paint my apartment. The walls are a really ugly color. What about you? Are you going to do anything special?
Dave: I am going to rent a car and take a long drive.
Stella: Where are you going to?
Dave: I'm not sure. I'll probably visit my sister Joanne. I haven't seen her in a long time.
Stella: That sounds nice. I always like to visit my family.
Dave: Yes, and maybe I will go to the mountains for a few days. I haven't been hiking in months. How about you? Are you going to do anything else on your vacation?
Stella: I will probably catch up on my studying. I have a lot of work to do before school starts.
Dave: That doesn't sound like much fun.
Stella: Oh, I am planning to have some fun. I am going to relax on the beach. I love swim.
1. A: Nobody told me that Bill was in the hospital.
B: Sorry. I meant to give you a call when I found out but it slipped my mind.
2. A: Do you know if Gorge is coming to the meeting?
B: Oh, no. I was supposed to tell you that he is sick and can't come.
3. A: I thought you said you were going to call me last week about that car I'm selling.
B: Oh, I'm so sorry. It completely slipped my mind.
4. I'm sorry, Cathy. Just one more thing. I forgot to ask you if you could give me a ride to school tomorrow.
5. I almost thought you were someone else with that short haircut.
6. A: Look, I'm so sorry to bother you about this, but that music's really loud.
B: I didn't realize you could hear it.
7. A: Oh, no! I've spilled coffee on my shirt.
B: Just a minute. I'll get a damp cloth for you.
8. I was ready to confront him but when I saw how big he was, I got cold feet.
9. I have been jogging every morning for the past two years.
10. A: Have you decided what to do during the summer break?
B: Oh, yes. Everything is planned. I am going to take a holiday for a few weeks and then I am going totake a grammar course in New Oriental School.
1. A: Do you want to go shopping with me? I am going to the shopping mall downtown.
B: Sure. What time do you want to leave?
2. A: Oh. I've just realized. I haven't got any money.
B: Haven't you? Well, don't worry. I'll lend you some.
3. A: I've decided to repaint the room.
B: Oh, have you? What color are you going to paint it?
4. A: This composition class wasn't supposed to be hard.
B: But it sure turned out to be, didn't it?
5. A: What would you like to buy, Sir?
B: I am going to buy a T-shirt for myself.
A: What do you think of this white one?
B: Oh, good! That's just what I want. I'll take it.
1. A: Which color do you prefe, red or blue?
B: I like blue better than red. Why?
A: According to this magazine article I am reading right now, people who prefer blue to red are calm and value honesty and loyalty in their friends. A preference for the color red means that a person is aggressive and loves excitement.
B: Oh? That sounds like a bunch of nonsense to me.
2. On April 14, 1912, the "unsinkable" luxury ship Titanic hit an iceberg and sank to the bottom of the sea. Its final resting place remained a mystery for 70 years. You probably already know that tragic story. But do you know the whole story? Do you know who finally discovered the wreck of the Titanic?
1. A: Which color do you prefe, red or blue?
B: I like blue better than red. Why?
A: According to this magazine article I am reading right now, people who prefer blue to red are calm and value honesty and loyalty in their friends. A preference for the color red means that a person is aggressive and loves excitement.
B: Oh? That sounds like a bunch of nonsense to me.
2. On April 14, 1912, the "unsinkable" luxury ship Titanic hit an iceberg and sank to the bottom of the sea. Its final resting place remained a mystery for 70 years. You probably already know that tragic story. But do you know the whole story? Do you know who finally discovered the wreck of the Titanic?
1. A: Which color do you prefe, red or blue?
B: I like blue better than red. Why?
A: According to this magazine article I am reading right now, people who prefer blue to red are calm and value honesty and loyalty in their friends. A preference for the color red means that a person is aggressive and loves excitement.
B: Oh? That sounds like a bunch of nonsense to me.
2. On April 14, 1912, the "unsinkable" luxury ship Titanic hit an iceberg and sank to the bottom of the sea. Its final resting place remained a mystery for 70 years. You probably already know that tragic story. But do you know the whole story? Do you know who finally discovered the wreck of the Titanic?
1. A: Which color do you prefe, red or blue?
B: I like blue better than red. Why?
A: According to this magazine article I am reading right now, people who prefer blue to red are calm and value honesty and loyalty in their friends. A preference for the color red means that a person is aggressive and loves excitement.
B: Oh? That sounds like a bunch of nonsense to me.
2. On April 14, 1912, the "unsinkable" luxury ship Titanic hit an iceberg and sank to the bottom of the sea. Its final resting place remained a mystery for 70 years. You probably already know that tragic story. But do you know the whole story? Do you know who finally discovered the wreck of the Titanic?
1. A: Which color do you prefe, red or blue?
B: I like blue better than red. Why?
A: According to this magazine article I am reading right now, people who prefer blue to red are calm and value honesty and loyalty in their friends. A preference for the color red means that a person is aggressive and loves excitement.
B: Oh? That sounds like a bunch of nonsense to me.
2. On April 14, 1912, the "unsinkable" luxury ship Titanic hit an iceberg and sank to the bottom of the sea. Its final resting place remained a mystery for 70 years. You probably already know that tragic story. But do you know the whole story? Do you know who finally discovered the wreck of the Titanic?
1. I am watching CCTV news right now.
2. I was watching CCTV news when he arrived yesterday.
3. I will be watching CCTV news at 7:15 pm tomorrow.
4. I am listening to the English program right now.
5. I will be watching CCTV news at this time tomorrow evening.
6. I was watching CCTV news when he arrived.
7. I will be studying English when you come tomorrow.
8. Jenny: Hello?
Frank: Hi, Jenny. What are you doing?
Jenny: Oh, hi, Frank. I am doing my laundry. You?
Frank: I'm going to look for an apartment downtown.
Jenny: Really? You aren't content in the suburbs?
Frank: Well, this neighborhood is really booming. It's not really a suburb any more.
Jenny:Yeah, it is getting crowded. Where are you looking for an apartment?
Frank: Probably near the train station. I'd like to use public transportation to get around.
Jenny: Hmm. I think you'll be hard pressed to find an affordable place there.
Frank: Really? Is the area expensive?
Jenny: Yes. And I know while you're not living in poverty, a college student still can't afford an apartment by the train station.
Frank: Well, OK, thanks for the advice!
Jenny: You're welcome.
1. I am watching CCTV news right now.
2. I was watching CCTV news when he arrived yesterday.
3. I will be watching CCTV news at 7:15 pm tomorrow.
4. I am listening to the English program right now.
5. I will be watching CCTV news at this time tomorrow evening.
6. I was watching CCTV news when he arrived.
7. I will be studying English when you come tomorrow.
8. Jenny: Hello?
Frank: Hi, Jenny. What are you doing?
Jenny: Oh, hi, Frank. I am doing my laundry. You?
Frank: I'm going to look for an apartment downtown.
Jenny: Really? You aren't content in the suburbs?
Frank: Well, this neighborhood is really booming. It's not really a suburb any more.
Jenny:Yeah, it is getting crowded. Where are you looking for an apartment?
Frank: Probably near the train station. I'd like to use public transportation to get around.
Jenny: Hmm. I think you'll be hard pressed to find an affordable place there.
Frank: Really? Is the area expensive?
Jenny: Yes. And I know while you're not living in poverty, a college student still can't afford an apartment by the train station.
Frank: Well, OK, thanks for the advice!
Jenny: You're welcome.
1. A: Hi, Kevin. Your classmate told me that I could find you in the TV lounge. What are you doing here?
B: What does it look like I am doing?
A: Well, it looks like you were watching television. But we have a linear algebra midterm tomorrow, so I thought you would be studying for it and maybe I can study with you.
B: Oh, well, I was just taking a break. This linear algebra stuff gives me a headache if I work on it too long.
2. A: What program are you watching?
B: I am watching Friends.
3. A: May I speak to Clint?
B: No, sorry. He is not available now. He is taking on another phone.
4. A: The phone is ringing.
B: I'll get it.
1. Please don't make so much noise. I am studying. I can't concentrate.
2. Someone is knocking at the door. Can you answer it?
3. A: What are you doing these days?
B: I am taking Prof. Zhang's grammar course in New Oriental School.
A: Oh, really? How are you getting along with your English? Is your English getting better?
B: Yeah. Of course! I am coming along.
4. A: Have you found a position yet?
B: I'm still checking the papers.
5. Long hair is really in right now. So I am letting my hair grow.
6. Florence is putting away half her pay each month. Soon, she'll be able to buy a new car.
7. I am taking the bus to work this week, because my car is in the garage.
8. I am not teaching English this month. I am working on a special project.
1. It's getting dark.
2. Mom is getting old.
3. His health is deteriorating.
4. My dream is coming true.
5. I think Jenny's getting cold feet!
6. Money at home and from abroad is changing Shanghai.
7. I need a vacation. I'm getting burned-out from working too much.
8. Clint is getting bored at work. He wants to do something more challenging.
9. The Western actors in China often find themselves in the role of cultural ambassador, helping directors, screenwriters and audiences come to a fuller understanding of Westerners in general. Kos-Read says, their efforts are paying off. "It's getting better fast. The scripts are improving."
Unfortunately for Western newcomers, the acting scene is becoming more competitive. The growing population of foreigners in China has proffessionalized the film industry, creating higher entry barriers for anyone without formal training.
1. The cold air is chilling me to the bone. Please turn off the air-conditioner.
2. Lee's grandmother is keeping in step with modern technology. She bought herself a computer.
3. Please don't disturb her. She is sleeping.
4. I am not teaching this month. I am working on a special project.
5. English shools are booming nowadays. A new school opens every day.
6. Todd doesn't have a car, so he takes a train home on weekends.
7. Todd has his own car, but he is taking a train home this week.
8. She prefers a place of her own; for the time being, however, she is staying with her aunt.
9. These days Grace is studying to prepare herself for the big English exam.
10. This money is burning a hole in my pocket. I just can't wait to spend it!
11. Can you speak more clearly? You are muttering.